Santander CIB 2026 Graduate Program - Global Transaction Banking - Europe

Santander; España; Hybrid; EUR 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global banking firm is seeking graduates for its 2026 Graduate Program in Global Transaction Banking. Participants will conduct market research, analyze data, and gain hands-on experience while rotating across teams. Ideal candidates are eager to influence the industry, possess strong English skills, and are available to start in mid-2026. This is a full-time opportunity that offers immersive training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Eager to make an impact in the financial industry.
• Fresh perspectives and innovative spirit are valued.
• Availability to join in July/September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and industry research to uncover trends.
• Analyse data to identify high-potential clients.
• Build sales and proposal materials.
• Gain hands-on experience in transactional banking.

Skills

High proficiency in English

Collaborative approach

Advanced financial knowledge

Strong Excel skills

Strong PowerPoint skills

Advanced AI users

Education

Final year of study or recently graduated

Job description

Santander CIB 2026 Graduate Program - Global Transaction Banking - Europe

At Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB), we’re shaping the future of global finance and we want you to be part of it.

Our International Graduate Program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders in investment banking. Through a dynamic and immersive experience, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of global professionals, gain real world exposure, and build the skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.

What you will be doing

As a Santander CIB Graduate in Global Transaction Banking you will rotate across some of the teams within the GTB sub-product areas (Cash Management, Export & Agency Finance, Trade & Working Capital).

During your rotation in the products, you will perform key tasks to support the execution and development of solutions, including:

• Conduct market and industry research to uncover trends, competitive dynamics, and client opportunities.
• Analyse data to identify high-potential clients, products, and business segments.
• Build sales and proposal materials that help teams pitch ideas and bring products to market.
• Gain hands-on experience in transactional banking, contributing to real operations that support our clients’ day-to-day needs.
• Present projects to team, partners, and senior leaders, sharing insights and recommendations while learning from experts across the business.

Learn more about Global Transaction Banking and Santander through our website: https://www.santandercib.com/solutions/global-transaction-banking

We are looking for

The best talent to support our growth ambition. We seek bold, forward-thinking graduates who are eager to make an impact.

If you’re in your final year of study or recently graduated and have a strong academic background, you could be a great fit. We value fresh perspectives, an innovative spirit, and a global mindset, in addition to these aspects:

• High proficiency in English (any other languages are a plus).
• A highly collaborative approach to work.
• Advance financial knowledge.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Advanced AI users.
• Availability to join in July/September 2026.

What we offer

Joining our international Grads community, you will gain an all-round understanding of the investment Banking business through immersive training, participating in an array of exciting projects and initiatives.

During a year, you will be combining hands-on experience in different projects whilst training on both technical and interpersonal skills to help accelerate you professional and personal development during the program.

You will become part of a leading global team taking part in landmark transactions, gaining a full understanding of the Banking industry and working side by side with passionate and experienced professionals.

Location

Based in Europe (Madrid, London, Frankfurt, Paris, the Netherlands or Milan), you will become part of an international business working with teams across different geographies, with the flexibility to travel abroad according to your role requirements.

Timing

1 year from July/September (depending on the country).

Why Santander SCIB?

We are part of one of the world’s leading financial services groups. In recent years, we’ve transformed our business expanding our global reach, diversifying our capabilities, and strengthening our partnerships with clients across sectors. Today, we are recognized as a key player in the industry, deeply committed to delivering best-in-class solutions and supporting the transition to more sustainable business models.

Joining Santander CIB means being part of a worldclass team that helps drive the strategic ambitions of some of the most influential companies and institutions. It’s a unique opportunity to develop your career within an international network of experts, all working together to shape the future of banking.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance